1970 Daihatsu Consorte vs. 1982 Porsche 944
To start off, 1982 Porsche 944 is newer by 12 year(s). Which means there will be less support and parts availability for 1970 Daihatsu Consorte. In addition, the cost of maintenance, including insurance, on 1970 Daihatsu Consorte would be higher. At 2,479 cc (4 cylinders), 1982 Porsche 944 is equipped with a bigger engine. In terms of performance, 1982 Porsche 944 (151 HP @ 5800 RPM) has 94 more horse power than 1970 Daihatsu Consorte. (57 HP @ 5500 RPM) In normal driving conditions, 1982 Porsche 944 should accelerate faster than 1970 Daihatsu Consorte. With that said, vehicle weight also plays an important factor in acceleration. 1982 Porsche 944 weights approximately 675 kg more than 1970 Daihatsu Consorte. So despite on having greater horse power, its additional weight may have an impact towards its acceleration in comparison.
Both vehicles are rear wheel drive (RWD) - it offers better handling in dry conditions; in addition, if you are looking to drift, both vehicles do the job better than front wheel drive vehicles. With that said, do keep in mind that many other factors such as speed and the wear on your tires can also have significant impact on traction and control.
Compare all specifications:
| 1970 Daihatsu Consorte | 1982 Porsche 944 | |
| Make | Daihatsu | Porsche |
| Model | Consorte | 944 |
| Year Released | 1970 | 1982 |
| Engine Position | Front | Front |
| Engine Size | 993 cc | 2479 cc |
| Engine Cylinders | 4 cylinders | 4 cylinders |
| Engine Type | in-line | in-line |
| Horse Power | 57 HP | 151 HP |
| Engine RPM | 5500 RPM | 5800 RPM |
| Torque RPM | 4000 RPM | 3000 RPM |
| Engine Bore Size | 68 mm | 100 mm |
| Engine Stroke Size | 66 mm | 78.9 mm |
| Engine Compression Ratio | 9.0:1 | 9.7:1 |
| Fuel Type | Gasoline | Gasoline |
| Drive Type | Rear | Rear |
| Number of Seats | 5 seats | 4 seats |
| Number of Doors | 4 doors | 2 doors |
| Vehicle Weight | 670 kg | 1345 kg |
| Vehicle Length | 3650 mm | 4210 mm |
| Vehicle Width | 1460 mm | 1740 mm |
| Vehicle Height | 1390 mm | 1280 mm |
| Wheelbase Size | 2170 mm | 2410 mm |
| Fuel Tank Capacity | 43 L | 66 L |
